2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 139 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XF | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
